Softball Recap: Falkner Comes Up Short

Falkner was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost an 11-10 heartbreaker at the hands of the Thrasher Rebels. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rebels apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.

Taylor Garner

Batters Struck Out

04/04/25 @ Thrasher	9
03/29/25 @ Biggersville	5
03/27/25 vs Ashland	5

Taylor Garner put in work no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and eight unearned) runs off four hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with three RBI and one triple.

In other batting news, Emma Mauney was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. That triple was her first of the season. Ella Mauney was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.

Falkner's loss dropped their record down to 5-13. As for Thrasher, their record now sits at 4-10.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Falkner will face off against Pine Grove at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 7.8 runs per game this season. As for Thrasher, they will square off against Baldwyn at 6:30 p.m. on Monday.